Fakhrul Hasan Moradabadi

Fakhrul Hasan Moradabadi was a 20th-century Indian Islamic scholar and teacher associated with Darul Uloom Deoband. He served as the Sadr al-Mudarrisin (Principal) of the seminary from 1972 until his death. He was known for his teachings in hadith and Quranic exegesis, especially his lessons on Sahih Muslim and Tafsir al-Baydawi.

Early life and education Fakhrul Hasan Moradabadi was born on 10 Rajab 1323 AH (8 September 1905) in the village of Umri in Moradabad district. His chronogrammatic name was Mazhar Husain.

Career After graduating from Darul Uloom Deoband in 1347 AH (1929 CE), Moradabadi began his teaching career at Madrasa-e-Aliya, Fatehpuri Mosque in Delhi. He later taught selected texts of the Sihah Sittah at Madrasa Shams al-Huda in Patna for a short period, before returning to Fatehpuri where he eventually became the head teacher.

In 1387 AH (1972 CE), following the death of Syed Fakhruddin Ahmad, he was appointed as the Sadr al-Mudarrisin (Principal) of Darul Uloom Deoband. He held this position until his death in 1980. He also served as a member of the seminary’s governing council (Majlis-e-Shura) from 1972 to 1981.

He was known for his strong command of Arabic, logic, and Islamic philosophy, and consistently taught upper-level texts in hadith, tafsir, philosophy, and literature. Students appreciated his ability to simplify complex subjects through clear exposition, articulate delivery, and a friendly demeanor.